I do wainscotting or board and batten  (I believe it's called) to quickly and easily add character and charm. 

However, in my opinion it's far more about your integrity and your character as a person in which materialistic items won't help in that aspect.

Give them small jobs to judge their character and quality of work.

Hi Manu,With a six-unit property, and assuming the other attributes meet the constraints of the loan program, you may want to look into the Freddie Mac Small Balance Program ("Freddie SBL").

., they force coverage on you instead of tailoring the coverages around your unique situation)Only represent one insurance company (no single insurance company can offer the right policy, at the right price for all situations)Their process for getting a quote is difficult and cumbersomeTheir underwriters/inspectors seem to always find a problem with a propertyIf you spot these warning signs, you should search for an insurance agent with these attributes: Have a depth of knowledge gained through years of experience working with real estate investors like yourselfHave a unique consultation process specifically crafted for working with REIsHave access to a minimum of 50 insurance companiesWork with a large independent insurance agency or group (the larger the agency, the more leverage they have with insurance premiums and claim settlements).

They keep going, knowing that their greatest character is formed through adversity.

But, with my own character, I travel here about every 3-4 weeks and do some work in/around the cabins myself.

I have left that rent at $1,450 for all 8 years, which I directly attribute to the same tenants living there the entire time. 

Contractors talk about the tree people as characters! 

Additionally you will have a recorded easement agreement that specifies rights to rebuild, upgrade, who pays the portion of the ad valorem taxes attributable to the billboard, etc.